Role & responsibilities

The ideal candidate will be able to appropriately identify the needs of both new and current customers in order to aid customers in their success using our product. This will be done by developing an appropriate level of communication with clients and internal team members to better understand and mitigate any issues the customers may face.

Job Description:

Video Investment and Execution:

Prepare reports for clients on national accounts (Tracking, GRP, Posts)

Ensure that DDS and GRP charts reflect most updated brand requirements

Communication with networks regarding clients scheduling

Ensure that move requests have been requested and are being followed up on daily

Organize all upfront information into summary documents (i.e. “Roll-Ups”)

Analyze upfront plans, execute options and sell-off requests , negotiate scatter buys and prepare scatter buy recommendations

Ensure that allocations match flighting/$’s/GRP requirements

Prepare Monthly Spending Reports.

Client & Internal Relationships:

Maintain special client related projects (i.e. Marketplace updates)

Develop and maintain relationships with network sales executives

Assist in managing expectations of clients and their deliverables

Work with supervisor to develop and oversee junior staff, manage time, assure projects are completed on time and adhere to budget

Keeps up with the latest trends in media, programming, and ratings

Informs client/team of new opportunities or issues

Participates and leads, if appropriate,



face to face client meetings

Builds positive relationships with internal and external teams and sets valuable example for associate level.

Strategic Thinking & Leadership:

Develop and oversee Associates; conduct training, manage time, assure projects are completed on time and adhere to budget

Instruct and develop Associates knowledge of television media, negotiation skills and DDS programs

May be responsible for constructing and delivering accurate, honest and timely performance management documents

Works with management team (Supervisor/Group Director) to develop strategies for media buys

Shares new and relevant advertising opportunities in written and verbal form to the media department.

Communications Skills:

Expresses oneself clearly and concisely in oral communications

Writes in a clear, compelling and concise manner

Organizes ideas and information logically and sequentially

Assists in the development of media presentations and tactical POVs

Develops client reports that are clear, compelling and persuasive

Moves audience to desired action through clear and persuasive delivery of information

Insures key information is provided to team regarding client issues, internal agency issues, changes in account status, etc.

Qualifications

- Previous account management experience
- Articulate and well accustomed to a client facing role
- Willingness and ability to travel

Preferred candidate profile

📌 Account Manager TV Activation (Chennai)
🏢 Ablehunt Consulting
📍 Chennai